2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 1968 Isuzu 117
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Isuzu 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Isuzu 117 would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Arnage (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu 117. (118 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1605 kg more than 1968 Isuzu 117. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 733 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu 117. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu 117. 2009 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1968 Isuzu 117 has manual transmission. 1968 Isuzu 117 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Arnage | 1968 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Bentley | Isuzu |
| Model | Arnage | 117 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 45 L |
